| Film and Creative Industry Partners,
Today Governor Snyder signed House Bill 4122 which has ended
the Michigan Film and Digital Media Incentive Program.
The Michigan Film Office has undergone several transitions
since its creation back in 1979. With each new chapter, the mission of the film
office has always remained strong. Even though the film incentives are no longer available, the Michigan Film Office will remain intact. We remain
committed to the growth of a unique industry that provides a positive impact
and diversity to our state.
As we write the next chapter, there is a significant need
for the creative industry to help us take ownership of the future. That means
collaborating and speaking as one voice as we promote Michigan as a place where
the filmmaking and digital-media industries are thriving.
The Michigan Film Office will continue to support and grow
the film and creative industries by accomplishing the recommendations outlined
in the Michigan Film Office Strategic Plan
highlighting three over-arching goals:
- Fostering a positive
perception of Michigan as a place with a legacy of innovation and creativity
that appreciates and cultivates the arts and culture
- Strengthening
regional partnerships with private sector, cultural institutions, arts
groups and philanthropic communities
-
Building
collaborations with the education community, including high schools, colleges
and arts-related programs to retain Michigan’s talent
Additionally, the Michigan Film Office will continue to
provide non-incented related services, including:
- Guidance on state and local permitting
- 1-2 days of complimentary location scouting
-
Locations Directory database to search locations
-
Production Directory database to search for crew and vendor services
- Customized cast and crew calls on the MFO website
- Social media promotions on MFO Facebook and Twitter
We encourage you to take advantage of these services and
continue to keep us posted on the development of your project as it will help
us track the scope of creative work happening in the state.
While innovation and sustainability are vital to economic
development in Michigan’s core industries, continual growth isn’t possible
without creativity and a sense of ownership in the state’s future. The presence
of the Michigan Film Office is a means to raise the international profile of
the state’s commitment to enhancing Michigan’s image as a place of innovation
and welcoming to creative professionals of all types.
We look forward to continuing to work with you.
Sincerely,
Jenell Leonard
Michigan Film Commissioner
Michigan Economic Development
Corporation
300 N. Washington Square | Lansing, MI 48913
Office: 517.373.3456
MFO@michigan.org
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